Chyva’s Corner–Words to the Youth

Youth today are weighed down with more and more issues and less positive outlets to express their growing fears. Bullying, suicide and low self esteem etc. are all serious issues plaguing our youth and young adults. While we may not know everyone’s individual pain, we can all identify with Christ’s love for us all and be there for one another in times of need. Discussing our truths and learning and leaning on one another, can be the first step in helping one another heal.

What does chastity mean to you? Is it a loss of freedom or is it the gift of authentic love? How you define chastity is how you will see its purpose in your life. Chastity is defined by Webster’s dictionary as “the state of not having sex with anyone”. In comparison, the USCCB cites

Español I could have been an alcoholic as a child. Growing up, I always had access to alcohol. My grandparents had a bar in their basement. I saw imported liquor in cases daily and at family functions even witnessed some family members get drunk. I never realized how easy it wo